Cronobacter spp.is a type of foodborne opportunistic pathogen that can contaminate milk powder during processing,posing a threat to the health of newborns.Correctly identifying Cronobacter spp.in milk powder or formula not only helps prevent the risk of neonatal infection but also plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety of infant formula.The application of accurate and rapid detection technology is the foundation for preventing and controlling the occurrence and prevalence of infection by Cronobacter spp..In this article,we discuss three detection methods for Cronobacter spp.:traditional physiological and biochemical methods,immunological detection methods,and molecular biology techniques.Our aim is to provide insights and practical approaches for the clinical or laboratory detection of Cronobacter spp..
Cronobacter spp.Biochemical DetectionImmunologyMolecular BiologyMo-lecular CharacterizationMALDI-TOF MS